For More Information Email: itodd@fatainc.com An automated parking garage is a system that makes best use of available space above and below ground. With less environmental impact it reduces opportunities for theft and burglary. An automated parking garage is also referred to as automated parking systems or APS. Automated parking is the new watchword in urban planning. In an automated parking garage parking and retrieving cars is done automatically typically using a computerized system of shuttles, lifts, pallets and carriers. There are many advantages for using an automated parking garage. To name but a few: the hassle of searching for an empty spot is eliminated; decreased risk of car theft, vandalism, and physical assault; eliminate the issue of fender benders and car door dents; drivers can retrieve their vehicles from a secure waiting area and are less likely to risk their personal safety; caters for individuals with limited mobility or special needs. Automated parking garages allow for flexible usage of land space, which means that the footprint can be reduced to one-third of the land required by conventional car parking solutions. Automated parking garages require little power lighting and can be built where a typical conventional car park would not fit. Cost-effective on a number of fronts, automated parking also offers significantly improved service to the customer, the automated parking is reliable technology is manufactured to high tolerances and has few moving parts making maintenance costs low. Automated parking garages are economically beneficial to the environment. They reduce pollution because the vehicles are not driven through the system, meaning there are fewer emissions. Automated parking garages would drastically reduce noise and disruptions and the ground space saved would enable more space devoted for greening the cities. With over 25 engineers specializing in automated material handling and 80 employees in offices in North & South America, Mexico and Europe, FATA Skyparks is a global leader in the engineering, design, manufacture and installation of automated parking garages. With several successful installations worldwide validating our custom design approach our clients can be assured to receive the most optimal solution for their parking needs and budget constraints. |
